BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — A little rain didn’t stop families from gathering outside The Medical Center at Bowling Green for the 2025 Heroes Fest, where local firefighters, police officers and EMS crews welcomed children in costume to explore their vehicles and celebrate first responders’ work.
Hosted by Medical Center EMS, the annual event showcased emergency vehicles and candy stations as costumed kids explored fire trucks, police cruisers and ambulances, WNKY reported.
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According to organizers, nearly every major agency in Warren County participated, from volunteer fire departments to EMS and law enforcement, offering families an opportunity to meet first responders up close.
“This is a chance for the community to see their first responders,” Barren River Fire Department Firefighter Chris Gadbois said. “Every first responder agency in Warren County is represented here, from volunteer fire departments to EMS and police. Even with the rain, we’ve had quite a big turnout.”
The event also gave families a closer look at the training, sacrifice and teamwork behind emergency service, with organizers hoping Heroes Fest will inspire kids to pursue public safety careers and strengthen trust with first responders.
Now a fall tradition in Bowling Green, the festival blends Halloween fun with community appreciation and continues to grow, reflecting the strong bond between Warren County residents and the responders who serve them.
